There have been many talented hockey players to suit up for the Calgary Flames franchise since it was established in Atlanta in 1972. By my count, it's well over 500 in franchise history. Considering that several Hall of Fame players have had great years in Calgary (and Atlanta), let me lay down something that may be a controversial statement.
Kent Nilsson is the most talented player to ever wear a Flames jersey.
The Magic Man is the latest member of FlamesNation's All-Time Flames Team.
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A fourth round pick of the old Atlanta Flames way back in 1976, Kent Nilsson came to North America from Sweden and joined the WHA's Winnipeg Jets for a couple seasons.